Preferred Communities Caseworker Intern (Unpaid
About the role
The Preferred Communities (PC) Program provides case management services to the most vulnerable refugee groups who face systemic challenges when navigating the U.S. systems. Three programs fall under PC: Intensive Case Management, Supplemental Case Management, and OIRS. Interns play a key role in supporting clients with accessing needed benefits and services over the course of their internship.
Responsibilities
- Support clients with accessing needed benefits and services
- Attend medical appointments with clients
- Provide guidance on public transportation
- Make referrals for additional services
- Maintain client files
Requirements
- Volunteers must be based in the U.S.
- Interns must be based in US and be enrolled in post-secondary institution or have graduated from a post-secondary institution within last 2 years.
- PREFERRED LANGUAGES: Spanish, Arabic, Ukrainian, Russian, Haitian Creole, French, Dari, Pashto
- Experience working with vulnerable populations or in case management appreciated
- Under/graduate level studies in social sciences, international relations, or a related field
- Strong desire to support refugees rebuilding their lives in NYC
- Demonstrate ability to work effectively in a multicultural environment
- Effective communication skills in a collaborative team setting
- Adaptability and willingness to take initiative
- Competency in Microsoft Office and file management
- Interest in learning about IRC history, philosophy, global work, and local efforts
- Willing to adhere to IRC volunteer and workplace policies
Qualifications
- Volunteers must be based in the U.S.
- Interns must be based in US and be enrolled in post-secondary institution or have graduated from a post-secondary institution within last 2 years.
- PREFERRED LANGUAGES: Spanish, Arabic, Ukrainian, Russian, Haitian Creole, French, Dari, Pashto
- Experience working with vulnerable populations or in case management appreciated
- Under/graduate level studies in social sciences, international relations, or a related field
- Strong desire to support refugees rebuilding their lives in NYC
- Demonstrate ability to work effectively in a multicultural environment
- Effective communication skills in a collaborative team setting
- Adaptability and willingness to take initiative
- Competency in Microsoft Office and file management
- Interest in learning about IRC history, philosophy, global work, and local efforts
- Willing to adhere to IRC volunteer and workplace policies
Skills
- Problem-solving skills
- Client-facing skills
- Caseload management experience
Benefits
Not specified
Pay
Not specified
Schedule
Not specified
Professional standards
All International Rescue Committee workers must adhere to the core values and principles outlined in IRC Way - Standards for Professional Conduct. Our Standards are Integrity, Service, Equality and Accountability. In accordance with these values, the IRC operates and enforces policies on Safeguarding, Conflicts of Interest, Fiscal Integrity, and Reporting Wrongdoing and Protection from Retaliation. IRC is committed to take all necessary preventive measures and create an environment where people feel safe, and to take all necessary actions and corrective measures when harm occurs. IRC builds teams of professionals who promote critical reflection, power sharing, debate, and objectivity to deliver the best possible services to our clients.
Equal opportunity employer
IRC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. IRC considers all applicants on the basis of merit without regard to race, sex, color, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, disability or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.